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Book one-way or return flights from Sydney to Melbourne from as little as US$21. Choose from the popular airlines below and book your flight today!

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Airlines Flying from Sydney to Melbourne

View airlines operating flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

Jetstar Airways
From US$29
Regional Express
From US$56
Virgin Australia
From US$58
Qantas Airways
From US$81
ANA airlines

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Alternative Routes from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover different routes, airlines, and transfers and find the best alternative flights for your journey from Sydney to Melbourne.

  • Cheapest
    Jetstar Airways
    SYD
    08:15
    1h 35m
    Direct
    AVV
    09:50
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Avalon Airport
    Tue, Jul 30Jetstar Airways
    US$29
  • Jetstar Airways
    SYD
    06:00
    1h 40m
    Direct
    MEL
    07:40
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Melbourne Airport
    Mon, Aug 12Jetstar Airways
    US$53
  • Jetstar Airways
    SYD
    06:00
    1h 40m
    Direct
    MEL
    07:40
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Melbourne Airport
    Mon, Aug 12Jetstar Airways
    US$53
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How do I find the cheapest flights?

  • When are flight tickets from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Sydney to Melbourne based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $113.
  • How long does it take to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 1 hour 34 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Melbourne?

    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50km. It takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)?

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Flight Information from Sydney to Melbourne

Cheapest nonstop flight price

$21

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

$50

Off-season for travel

March

Peak season for travel

December

Flight distance

704.78km

Average flight time

1 hour 34 minutes

Popular airline

Jetstar Airways